Ivy Tech plans $43M in projects in Muncie
The school’s downtown campus will get $30 million in work, including a $17.2 million Downtown North Building to be constructed on the site of the former home of the Muncie Star Press.
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Agreement puts tourism train excursions on track in Hamilton County
The Hoosier Heritage Port Authority and Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad Inc. have approved a 15-year operating agreement, making way for the new Nickel Plate Express tourism rail line to begin offering rides this year.
Hamilton County approves funding for government center expansion
Hamilton County is moving forward with plans to expand its government and judicial center in Noblesville.
EDITORIAL: Let’s start regional conversation about taxes, the arts and more
Indianapolis must be a strong, stable city for the region to continue to thrive—and its suburbs must be vibrant as well. That won’t occur without in-depth regional conversations about taxation, transit, economic development and more.
Developer nearing approval to construct townhomes in downtown Fishers
The 116 Towns project would contain seven buildings, with 31 units ranging from between 2,100 and 2,300 square feet and featuring as many as three bedrooms and bathrooms.
Old Spaghetti Factory sets opening date for Carmel location
The location will be only the second in Indiana for the 49-year-old family-friendly restaurant chain.
Boutique tech event in Bloomington aims for big-time stature
The Combine’s goal is to be “at the intersection of community, capital, creativity, culture and code,” said its leader.
Zionsville co-working center zWorks gears up for expansion
Less than three years after opening in Zionsville, entrepreneurial and co-working center zWorks is on the verge of opening its second facility. And it already has three tenants lined up for the new space.
Restaurant-week promotions drive customers to try new eateries
Chefs vie for adventurous diners’ attention by putting together special fixed-price menus, usually three or four courses highlighting some of the chef’s best work.
Carmel arts groups shut out as Lilly Endowment funnels millions into Marion County
Mayor Jim Brainard’s vision to turn Carmel into a performing arts hub anchored by a world-class concert hall has come true, but without the support of central Indiana’s most important arts funder.
Fishers renews $240K deal with Senate candidate’s wife
Unlike many government contract attorneys who are paid by the hour or project, Jennifer Messer receives the same $20,000 monthly check from Fishers regardless of how much she works.
Hamilton nearing Allen as Indiana’s third most-populous county
State population estimates prepared by the Indiana Business Research Center show Hamilton County has grown by 17 percent since 2010.
Two manufacturers plan new plants in Whitestown, nearly 200 jobs
A food-packaging maker and one of the world’s largest bearing manufacturers have plans to spend more than $22 million and lease more than 400,000 square feet of space in Boone County if tax incentives are approved.
Carmel thumbs nose at Indiana’s new short-term rentals law
Indiana is the fourth state, following Florida, Idaho and Arizona, to approve statewide standards for short-term rentals.
Songbook Foundation takes another step in museum pursuit
While it weighs what to do with its multimillion-dollar Asherwood donation, the Great American Songbook Foundation has been selected to participate in the American Alliance of Museum’s Museum Assessment Program.
Neighbors of proposed Carmel hospital gear up to fight project
More than 100 people gathered Tuesday to plan how to oppose the project, which calls for nine buildings, two helipads and four parking garages.
Three firms founded at Launch Fishers planning to add 82 jobs
Three fledgling businesses that trace their roots to co-working space Launch Fishers announced growth plans Tuesday that are expected to lead to $2 million in capital investments in Fishers.
Meridian Plaza buildings in Carmel fetch more than $30M
Zeller Realty Group has sold the two spacious buildings along the North Meridian Street office corridor after undertaking extensive renovations.
Fishers to embrace agriculture in new city park
The 32-acre Fishers AgriPark will be the largest park in the country dedicated solely to a working farm, city officials say.
Former exec sues Mainstreet, says developer failed to pay him $630,989
Ned Rule, former managing director of investments, claims the Carmel-based developer terminated him without cause to save money during a financial downturn, violating his employment contract.